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California Marijuana Laws Made Easy for You

It’s always been known that California marijuana laws are better than most places. Medical Marijuana in California was first legalized in 1996, but it was actually all the way back in 1972 that they had the nation’s first vote to legalize the plant. In 1975, California dropped the possession charge to a misdemeanor.

Today, those over the age of 21 can enjoy cannabis recreationally and buy from dispensaries, making the state one of the great few who are fully friendly to our favorite plant. Is marijuana legal in California? Thankfully (and finally) yes.

Tax revenue generated by legalization of recreational marijuana in 2018: No numbers yet, but estimated $643 million by year end

The California marijuana laws could get even freer, as there are talks of passing laws that would allow for use of cannabis products (such as some of these edibles) at certain events. Medical marijuana in California has always been available, but now with the passing of recreational, it’s just as free as neighboring Nevada.

Why would you want to ever leave, with how lax the Golden State is? If you’re curious about how far behind other states might be, check out all US marijuana laws here!